Park Elementary
July 2025

July 24, 2026
Welcome Back Park Families!
Welcome to a brand new school year! I hope you and your family had a wonderful summer filled with rest, fun, and special memories. It is with great excitement that I welcome both our returning families and those joining the Park Elementary community for the first time. I'm looking forward to an amazing year of learning and success together.
The first day of school is Thursday, August 13, 2026, and we can't wait to see our students back on campus. Please remember that the first day of school will be a minimum day.
The Park staff will be working diligently to prepare for an outstanding school year as we continue our commitment to providing a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment. We greatly appreciate your support as we work together to help every child succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
Throughout the school year, I will share regular newsletters with important school updates, upcoming events, reminders, and celebrations across our campus. I encourage you to stay connected by reading these newsletters and visiting our school website, which is regularly updated with helpful information.
If you ever have questions, need assistance, or simply want to connect, please don't hesitate to reach out to me or our office staff. Thank you for being an important part of the Park Elementary family. Let's continue to reach for success with Panther Pride!
Sincerely,
Lee Hanacek
Principal, Park Elementary
Office Hours
The Park office will reopen:
- Friday, August 3rd, 2026
- Office Hours: 7:30am-4:00pm
- Phone: (626) 943-3640
First Day of School Helpful Hints
- Campus Opens: Gates open at 7:30 a.m. through the Marengo (front) and Raymond (back) entrances.
- Families Welcome: Parents and guardians are welcome to walk their child onto campus and help them find their classroom lineup on the first day of school. We kindly ask that all visitors exit campus by 8:00 a.m. to allow teachers time to get acquainted with students and assist them with procedures for walking to class.
- Classroom Lineups: TK & Kindergarten will line up near the playground/play structure, Grades 1–5 at the center blacktop and Grades 6–8 between the E and G buildings.
- Finding Your Child's Class Line: Park staff will be available throughout campus with class rosters to help families. Classroom assignments will also be available in the Parent Portal beginning at approximately 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12. We highly encourage you to check your child's classroom the afternoon of the 12th.
- TK & Kindergarten: 12:06 p.m.
Grades 1–3: 12:16 p.m.
Grades 4–8: 12:36 p.m.
Classroom Assignments
Student classroom assignments will be available at approximately 4:00pm, August 12 on the parent portal. I encourage you and your child to check the portal and teacher prior to arrival on the first day of school to assist in finding the class line-up more easily. We will also have team members available with class rosters on the first day as well.
*Due to class size considerations, it is always possible that some students may need to be reassigned to different classes after the first day of school. If a change is necessary, we will inform you promptly.
*While we appreciate your preferences, we are unable to accommodate requests for a specific teacher or classroom placements. Thank you for your understanding as we carefully create balanced classrooms that best support the needs of all students.
Classroom Supplies List
If interested, please use the following link to view suggested supplies by grade level.
AUSD Dress Code and Uniform Policy
Uniform Color Reference Guide
- Pants/Shorts/Skirts/Jumpers: Navy blue or khaki
- Shirts/Blouse: Navy blue, white, or school colors
- One piece outfits: Navy blue, white, khaki or school colors
- Cardigans/Sweatshirts: Navy blue, white, or school colors
- Coats/Jackets: Any color
Mobile Communication Devices Policy
As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we ask all parents, guardians, and students to review the new AUSD Mobile Communication Devices Policy. This flyer outlines the districts expectations for student use of mobile communication devices during the school day and is designed to support a safe, focused, and productive learning environment. Thank you for taking the time to review this important information and for partnering with us to support student success.
Please use the following link to view the updated policy in multiple languages.
Schedules
Daily Bell Schedule
Click on the bell schedule image to view the full daily schedule. All classes begin at 8:00am and dismissal times vary based on grade level. All students receive a 20-minute break for recess and 45 minutes for lunch. Shortened Wednesdays and minimum days are a 30-minute lunch period.
Minimum Days
Click on the image to view the full list of minimum days for the school year.
Park Parent/Student Calendar
TK, Kindergarten & New Student Orientations
TK Orientation
- Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026
- Time: 5:00pm
- Location: Park Cafeteria
Kindergarten Orientation & Back to School Night
- Date: Monday, August 3, 2026
- Time: 5:00pm
- Location: Park Cafeteria
***Save the dates for TK and Kindergarten pre assessments. An email will be sent in the coming week for families to schedule a time. The pre-assessments are not mandatory but helpful and allows your child time to meet with the TK and Kindergarten teachers.
- TK - August 6th and 7th
- Kindergarten - August 5th and 6th
New Student Tour
This tour and presentation is specifically for families and students new to Park School in 1st - 8th grade.
- Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Time: 5:00pm
- Location: Park Cafeteria
Kindergarten Orientation
TK Orientation
New Student Tour
Park Spirit Wear
Spirit Wear sale begins now and closes August 16th. If you are interested in purchasing Park spirit wear please use the following link to visit the store and see apparel options. Please check sizes carefully as all items are custom ordered. Please note that when you select the type of apparel you would like, it then allows you to select between the two different designs.
PTA
Date: Wednesday, August 12
Time: 4-6 pm
Location: Front of the school main entrance
PTA Membership
We invite every parent, teacher, and neighbor to join with PTA, as we work to make Park School the best it can be for our students....our most precious resource. We advocate for the education, health, safety, and well-being of all children. We inform and engage our members on important issues to empower them. We embrace and practice inclusiveness. We build family engagement. All of this and more, we do to strengthen our voice for all children by becoming a member.
There are two ways to join the PTA if you are interested:
- Click on the PTA Sign-up Link
- or pick up a PTA membership envelope from Park School's office starting August 13
We appreciate all your support and contribution to Park School!
Alhambra Educational Foundation
Citadel Shopping Extravaganza
Mark your calendars for AEF’s Shopping Extravaganza at the Citadel Outlets on Saturday, September 19! This exciting fundraiser event offers a full day of exclusive shopping discounts, special retailer promotions, entertainment, prize drawings and more - all while supporting AEF’s programs that benefit students and teachers throughout AUSD. Tickets are on sale now, so be sure to purchase yours early and invite your family and friends to join in the fun. AEF receives $25 for every ticket sold as well as additional $ for selling over 100 tickets and having over 100 check ins on September 21. Let’s support AEF by reaching a goal of at least ten tickets sold by each school and at least ten check-ins. AEF will be having a raffle for schools to win prizes. For every ten tickets sold by a school, the school will earn one raffle ticket. For every ten check-’ins on September 21, the school will earn two raffle tickets Stay tuned for more information to come. Flyer Link
AEF Pumpkin Run
Use the code AUSD2026 for a $5 discount.